Category Archives: Heart Health

The key to a healthy heart is eating well, not smoking, and of course, exercising regularly. When we exercise, our heart becomes stronger, allowing for a healthy supply of blood to reach the rest of the body and enabling its healthy functioning. Though, even if you exercise regularly, your doctor may have diagnosed you with ...click here to read more

Statins are a common form of treatment for reducing cholesterol, but there are effective alternatives as well. According to recent findings, a heart-healthy diet, other cholesterol-lowering medications, and intestinal bypass surgery were all found to provide cholesterol-lowering benefits similar to those of statins. Senior investigator Dr. Marc Sabatine said, “The focus really should be not ...click here to read more

A heart attack is not an inevitable part of getting older. In fact, it is quite preventable without the use of medications. Lifestyle changes and other natural remedies can work wonders in reducing the risk of a heart attack. A heart attack takes place when blood flow to the heart gets blocked, which can result ...click here to read more

Atherosclerosis is the condition in which the arteries become hardened, preventing a healthy flow of oxygenated blood. This process is common in aging, as plaques can build up causing arteries to become stiff. Plaque buildup also makes the arteries narrow, this way limiting the blood flow as well. Atherosclerosis is a dangerous condition because it ...click here to read more

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly 5.1 million Americans have heart failure. Heart failure is the result of the heart not functioning properly and can lead to death. Aging is a large factor affecting the function of the heart, so many seniors are at risk for developing heart failure. There are many ...click here to read more

September 29, 2016 is World Heart Day, so we present our top articles on the matters of the heart and related topics, including gallstones, heart failure, Mediterranean diet, asthma, and stroke. World Heart Day was founded in 2000 to bring awareness about the impact of heart disease and stroke on the population. Being among the ...click here to read more

A new report states that U.S. adults are at a higher risk for heart attack and stroke due to an increase in heart age. According to the study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most Americans are younger than their heart age. Despite our attempts to feel “young at heart,” the ...click here to read more

Heart failure is a common occurrence among the elderly, but preventive measures can work towards improving the heart health and reducing the risk of cardiovascular events. The main prevention approach for heart failure is through exercise and physical activity. The benefits of exercise are well-documented and quite extensive. Exercise, particularly aerobic activity such as dancing, ...click here to read more

Elderly patients with cognitive impairment have a higher risk of heart failure readmission and all-cause mortality. The study found that patients with cognitive impairment had a 7.5 times higher risk for heart failure readmission and all cause death. The study suggests that in these patients, adhering to a medication treatment plan may get progressively worse, ...click here to read more

Bradycardia is a condition in which the heart rate is slow. A normal heart rate is between 60 to 80 beats per minute, so anything below 60 is considered bradycardia. There are many reasons why a person’s heartbeat may run fast or slow. For example, adults who regularly exercise will have a slower resting heartbeat. ...click here to read more

Blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes has a limited effect on their risk of heart disease and stroke. It has long been believed that diabetes is a risk factor for heart disease. But the research has shown that effective blood sugar management alone cannot lower the risk of heart disease in diabetes ...click here to read more

High blood pressure is a growing problem in the U.S. If left untreated or managed poorly, it can contribute to serious health complications, leading to a heart attack, stroke, and even death. Many Americans take blood pressure medication to lower their numbers, but some patients don’t seem to experience much improvement despite the therapy. New ...click here to read more

Restrictive cardiomyopathy in older adults may lead to heart failure or arrhythmia. A condition characterized by abnormal heart muscle, cardiomyopathy comes in different types: restrictive, dilated, and hypertrophic. Restrictive cardiomyopathy is most common in seniors, but it is, in fact, quite rare. In this condition, the heart’s ventricles become rigid because the normal heart muscle ...click here to read more

Atrial fibrillation in elderly is linked to tricuspid regurgitation disorder after mitral valve repair. Tricuspid regurgitation (TR) occurs when the tricuspid valve leaks, which allows blood to flow back from the right ventricle to the right atrium. TR is often secondary to disorders of the left-sided heart valves. Researcher Tirone E. David said, “Patients who ...click here to read more